The curriculum for the BS in biomedical sciences allows the student to pursue many different avenues of opportunity depending upon the student’s goals and interests. In addition to courses in science and mathematics, a number of University Curriculum courses (designated UC on the curriculum) are required. The entire curriculum provides students with a strong program in basic and biomedical sciences, as well as a well-rounded educational experience through the University Curriculum.

Students completing this degree may qualify for employment in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, the medical diagnostics industry, hospital and independent testing laboratories, university- based biomedical research, and state and federal health/research laboratories. Additionally, a student with this degree may wish to continue his/her education in graduate/professional school in: biological sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant, pathologist assistant, forensic sciences, toxicology, etc.

Admission to this program is dependent on the applicant’s potential to pursue a college program and on past academic performance. Transfer students wishing to enter this program will be given appropriate transfer credit for previous college work.

The technical standards for individuals working in the biomedical field may include the following abilities: to effectively communicate via oral and written expression; exhibit general fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination appropriate to performing delicate procedures; distinguish between subtle shades of color; read, comprehend and interpret scientific/medical information from professional sources.We will consider reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

In order to remain in good standing within the program, the student must maintain a GPA of 2.5 overall, as well as in math and science. Students must complete the following curriculum.